The Centre will be closed Dec 25, 2020 through Jan 3, 2021, inclusive.
In this issue:
1. Online Artisans Market Peterborough
2. For the Love of Art
3. Volunteering with ACP
4. Upcoming Classes
5. Community Cultural Centre Discussion
6. ACP Membership
7. Did you know?
8. Comments and Information & Our Sponsors
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Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Artisans Centre Peterborough through purchases at the Masked Artisans Markets held in October, November and December.
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Still not finished your Holiday Shopping?
Did you know that you can shop online and support local artisans of Peterborough and the Kawarthas? Check out Artisans Market Peterborough on our website at www.artisanscentre.ca/artisans-market.
Many items are available to view in person at the Artisans Centre - save yourself the handling fees by picking up items there.
Be sure to ask for Gift Certificates at the desk. They can be used toward a purchase from the On-line Artisans Market Peterborough or to learn a new skill in one of the many classes offered at the centre.
There is also still time to support the Five Counties Children's Centre with the purchase (cash only please) of a beautiful, hand-crafted Christmas Ornament at the ACP.
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In preparation for this event the members of the ACP and founding guilds are reminded that we are already collecting previously loved art and artisan quality craft pieces. They can be dropped off at the ACP during open hours. Please, only those in like new condition; not scratched or dented. The sooner the pieces are collected the better so the organizers know what they have to work with. |
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Looking for an opportunity to Volunteer in your Community?
Presently we have several volunteers helping to keep the ACP open. We now have Monday and Wednesday afternoons covered, but could really use some help with Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons. And remember, you don't have to do EVERY week. I can schedule 2 shifts a month, or whatever you might wish. You can always specify a preference that suits your life.
A big THANK YOU to the Fleming College Students who have made us part of their program. We really appreciate your involvement!!
Please contact me by email or phone if you would be interested in covering some of these shifts. Thank you - it will be very much appreciated!
Gillian Holden
volunteer@artisanscentre.ca
705-938-0115 |
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Gourd Art Studio Time and Classes
There are eight sessions posted for studio time. Visit artisanscentre.ca for details and to register online. In order to observe current rules for physical distancing we can host 6 members each session.
Huichol Style Beaded Gourd Shard
Mon, Jan 4 2021 - 10:30 - 3:30
Are you ready to try a new technique? We will be creating designs with small beads on a gourd shard, using treated beeswax as a base.
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Woodturning Classes
Basic Woodturning
Tuesday, Jan 5 2021 - Jan 26 2021 (4 Sessions)
1:30-4:30 pm
This class covers the safe operation of a lathe including appropriate personal safety protection and sharpening techniques for turning tools. It covers techniques for turning spindles, both simple and complex, basic bowl and basic platter over the four nights.
Sharpening Woodturning Tools
Monday, Jan 11 2021
1:30-3:30 pm
This class covers the use of the One Way Wolverine system for sharpening woodturning tools. Included is the use of the Varigrind attachment for gouges and the skew attachment. Students are encouraged to bring their own woodturning tools to sharpen in the class.
Basic Pen Turning
Monday, Jan 18 2021
1:30-4:30 pm
This class covers the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation, turning basics, finishing and assembly. Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students take home two completed pens.
Also, keep an eye out for dates for Natural Edge Bowl and Peppermill classes coming in 2021.
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Fibre Classes
Click here to see dates/times for 2021 classes, including:
Kool-Aid Dyeing; Blending Fibre Processing;
Beginning Spinning; Felted Critter;
Weaving; Zig-Zag Weaving;
Triangle Shawl; Knitting in Handspun
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Community Cultural Centre Discussions
Creating Spaces now shares space with the ACP. Check out the Calendar on the ACP Website to see when they are hosting their next workshop.
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ACP Membership
Our classes are open to any adult member of the community...AND...all members of our founding guilds are entitled to take courses at the reduced member rate. Individual memberships are available for $50/year (September to August) or $30/year for students. This fee enables you to also be a vendor at the Spring/Fall Artisanity sales.
By belonging to the ACP you benefit from collaboration with members from the other participating guilds and may find techniques within other mediums or from other mediums that will enrich your own experience.
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Did you know?
Qualified Woodturners can use the ACP Workshop, outside of scheduled class times, for a nominal fee. Covid-19 restrictions limit use to 2 at a time. Bring your own projects, tools provided.
If you missed a previously published Newsletter, you can find many of them on the ACP Website, Membership page.
If you have a friend who would like to receive their own copy of the Newsletter they can sign up for it on the ACP Website, Membership page.
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Comments and Information
Our location in Peterborough Square is open most Mondays through Saturdays within the operating hours of the Peterborough Square and/or by appointment at 705-775-1797
The Centre will be closed Dec 25, 2020 through Jan 3, 2021, inclusive.
We are on Facebook under "Artisans Centre Peterborough" and Instagram at "artisanscentrepeterborough".
Please pass this newsletter on to anyone who might be interested.
Our Sponsors
We are very grateful to the following organizations for their generous sponsorship of our activities.
If you would like to support us you can help by sending a donation through the "Make a gift" page on our website.
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